Time is running out for developers, designers, and creators to join Khataton 6.0. There are now just three days left to apply for the annual online ideathon dedicated to innovating at the intersection of technology and cultural heritage, with the deadline firmly set for October 20.
The HATA Hub platform has officially opened its sixth annual online ideathon, Khataton 6.0. This year, the event expands its reach, connecting innovators in Ukraine with the Ukrainian diaspora across five EU countries: Germany, Poland, Belgium, Portugal, and the Netherlands. Organized as a joint initiative by Digitizing.Space, House of Europe, and the Goethe-Institut Ukraine, the event is designed to foster international collaboration and use technology to preserve and promote national identity.
The central theme is Culture Tech—a rapidly growing field where technology, digital tools, and the arts converge. Specialists in this domain leverage everything from software development to data analysis to create, distribute, and safeguard cultural narratives and artifacts.
Who is This For? A Call for Diverse Talent
Khataton 6.0 is casting a wide net for talent. The call is open to a diverse range of professionals, from tech experts like developers, engineers, and data analysts to creative minds including graphic designers, artists, and filmmakers. The event also welcomes startup founders, museum and library professionals, cultural art managers, and marketing specialists who are passionate about bringing cultural projects to life in the digital age.
Participants are invited to submit ideas in the Culture Tech and Heritage Tech domains, with a focus on:
- Digital platforms and services for the creative industries.
- Innovations in digital culture, tourism, and education.
- Storytelling and content initiatives about Ukrainian culture.
- Digitalization and mapping of cultural heritage.
What’s on Offer for Participants?
Beyond the opportunity to collaborate on impactful projects, participants will gain significant resources and exposure. The program includes:
- Mentorship from Ukrainian and international experts to shape an idea into a viable product.
- A €5,000 prize fund, which will be distributed among the winning projects as determined by a jury.
- An invitation to the final Pitch Day in Kyiv to present projects to a wider audience.
- Access to an exclusive series of lectures, workshops, and a supportive community of innovators.
How to Apply: The Final Countdown
The window of opportunity is closing rapidly. With only three days left, all interested individuals and teams must complete the registration form before the deadline to be considered.
Deadline: October 20, 2025, at 17:00 EEST.
Aspiring participants are urged to submit their applications promptly to secure a spot in this unique international ideathon. The event officially kicks off online on October 20, with the finals scheduled for October 31.
About the Organizers: Khataton 6.0 is supported by the European Union under the House of Europe program and implemented by the NGO Civic.Space and innovation agency Digitizing.Space in cooperation with the Goethe-Institut Ukraine. It stands as a testament to the power of cross-border collaboration in driving the future of cultural preservation and innovation.
